Why Poetry Matters 11 &12

A bit of prose and a poem: here are contributions No. 11 and No. 12 on “Why Poetry Matters” that were submitted for the poetry and wine giveaway last month. The randomly chosen commenter received a copy of L.L. Barkat’s InsideOut: Poems, and the winner of the 100-word statements on what poetry matters received a copy of the poems and a bottle of Sineann wine.

But I contend that when poetry is captured in prose, they dance; they become what neither is alone, like a couple who’ve long yearned to be together and discover in their union something new and beautiful.

It was right after the earthquake in Haiti, and I was still reeling–still am. It amazes me how, in times of tragedy, beauty becomes an anchor. Poetry anchors me. And I’m only just beginning to discover it’s grace.